Naturally, it's not how you start, it's how you finish.
That was certainly the case for the Senators last season.
But as they prepare to open training camp next week with medicals Thursday at the Canadian Tire Centre, the Senators are well aware they can't afford to rely on another miraculous run to make the post-season, so ideally they'd like to get off to a strong start in their attempt to get back to the playoffs.
The road to camp officially begins Thursday as the rookies report for a quick skate at the Bell Sensplex at 8:30 a.